August 7th 2023.
A huge explosion has rocked a port in Turkey, just 55 miles from Istanbul, resulting in injury of at least four people.
Footage shared online shows the moment of the blast at a grain storage facility in Kocaeli’s Derince district. The blast occurred just after 2.30pm local time and had an impact that could be seen from miles away with thick plumes of black smoke billowing into the sky.
Mayor Zeki Aygün reported to local media that four people were hurt in the incident.
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The blast has sent shockwaves throughout the region, with many people shocked at the incident. Residents are asking for more information about the blast and its cause.
At this time, the cause of the explosion is unknown. The Agency is committed to providing further updates as more information is made available.
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